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Ep 356: Executive Office Insights Spotlight – Diana Brandl Interviews Samantha Cox – Former EA to Sir Richard Branson

Diana Brandl is a longtime C-Suite assistant, and host of the Executive Office Insights podcast. In this spotlight episode, Diana interviews Samantha Cox, former EA to Sir Richard Branson. CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA Samantha on LinkedIn Samantha Cox International ABOUT SAMANTHA Samantha Cox's career journey is indeed impressive and diverse, showcasing her expertise in Executive Assistant, Hospitality, and VIP Guest Services roles. Her extensive experience, [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-29T13:01:05-06:00December 28, 2025|Podcast, Resources|

Ep 355: Elizabeth Sutkowska – Longtime EA and Founder of Assistologist

Elizabeth Sutkowska is an experienced Executive Assistant with international expertise supporting leaders in fast-paced corporate and startup environments. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Elizabeth talks about “falling into” the EA role, launching a Poland-based association to empower assistants, and more. LEADERSHIP QUOTE There is no limit to what a man can do or where he can go if he doesn’t mind [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-22T16:55:41-06:00December 21, 2025|Podcast, Resources|

Ep 354: Annie Croner on How to Have a Stellar Annual Review

Annie Croner is the founder and CEO of Whole Assistant, an online platform & community, formed to provide a positive place where assistants can go to transform their lives and level up their careers. In this spotlight episode of Annie's show, The Whole Assistant Podcast, she shares tips on how to have a stellar annual review. CONNECT WITH ANNIE Annie on LinkedIn Whole Assistant [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-22T16:48:55-06:00December 14, 2025|Podcast, Resources|

Ep 353: Ask an Assistant Spotlight – Laptop Bags for the EA on the Go

Jess Lindgren is a longtime C-Suite assistant, and host of the Ask an Assistant podcast. In this Ask an Assistant spotlight episode, Jess talks about laptop bags for the EA on the go. CONNECT WITH JESS Jess on LinkedIn Ask an Assistant podcast! jesslindgren.com Subscribe to The Leader Assistant Premium Membership to join Jess for her weekly live call – The Monday Club! ABOUT [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-22T16:42:13-06:00December 7, 2025|Podcast, Resources|

The Executive Assistant’s Guide to Strategic Delegation

Learn how to identify tasks, communicate clearly, and maintain accountability when delegating. Transform your role from a doer to a leader and maximize your impact.

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-10T21:45:33-06:00December 3, 2025|Leadership, Productivity|

How Executive Assistants Can Automate Meeting Scheduling (and Save Their Sanity)

Meetings are the heartbeat of many businesses – essential for collaboration, decision-making, and closing deals. But if you’re an executive assistant, you know the dark side: scheduling those meetings can be a full-time job. Between juggling your executive’s packed calendar, coordinating with multiple attendees, and avoiding the dreaded double-booking, it’s a never-ending puzzle. Add your own schedule into the mix, and it’s a [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-17T21:59:56-06:00December 1, 2025|Productivity, Resources|

Ep 352: Yvette Lamb – Founder of The Admin Wrap

Yvette Lamb is the writer behind The Admin Wrap – a practical newsletter for administrative professionals. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Yvette talks about her career as an EA, Chief of Staff, and operations manager. LEADERSHIP QUOTE Without data you are just someone else with an opinion. – W. Edwards Deming CONNECT WITH YVETTE Yvette on LinkedIn The Admin Wrap ABOUT [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-22T16:38:07-06:00November 30, 2025|Podcast, Resources|

An Executive Assistant’s Guide to Resisting Burnout

Learn practical tips to move from surviving to thriving in your demanding administrative role.

Jeremy Burrows2025-11-28T15:24:21-06:00November 27, 2025|Avoiding Burnout|

Ep 351: David Goldman on Job Interview Strategies for Assistants

David Goldman is a veteran recruiter and job interview coach with over 25 years of experience helping people find and secure executive assistant, EBP and Chief of Staff roles. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, David talks about proven job interview strategies to help executive assistants and executive business partners turn great interviews into great offers. David also shares tips on how [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-12-22T16:31:31-06:00November 23, 2025|Hiring an Assistant, Podcast, Resources|

Ep 350: Polly Todd on Being an EA Contractor in the Corporate World

Polly Todd has been a dedicated Senior Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience, as a long term contractor, at a large financial institution. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Polly shares her story of being a contractor in the corporate world, the challenges that come with it, growing confidence, and how to onboard a new executive. LEADERSHIP QUOTE The greatest [...]

Jeremy Burrows2025-10-26T15:35:05-05:00November 16, 2025|Podcast|

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